Legal Counsel

As Legal Counsel at Y.CO, you will play a critical role in ensuring our business operations are conducted within legal parameters. Your excellent communication skills will serve you well as you provide proactive legal counsel and strategic advice to various departments within the company. With your effective negotiation skills, you will assist in legal negotiations and discussions with clients, partners and suppliers.You will utilise your exceptional attention to detail by reviewing and drafting contracts, agreements and policies to ensure they are compliant with legal requirements and company standards. You have a strong understanding of corporate structuring and will maintain and oversee company AML procedures and reporting requirements, ensuring the procedures are up to date with regulations. You are proactive in your approach and monitor any potential changes in legislation and current industry trends. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining our commitment to legal compliance and risk management.In addition, you will be responsible for delegating tasks and providing training to compliance team members, ensuring consistency in legal standards and knowledge across the department. This position is open to applications in both London and MonacoABOUT YOUStrong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with key stakeholdersYou are organised and detail oriented, you are meticulous and thorough in your approachAbility to work effectively under pressure and prioritise tasksYou are thorough with a keen eye for detailAbility to communicate complex legal issues effectively providing clear and practical adviceYou maintain high ethical standards and professional integrityYou have exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution skillsQUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDDegree in law (LLB) from a recognized university in the UKQualified as a solicitor with at least 7 years of experience required as an in-house legal counsel or equivalent position specializing in corporate lawExcellent knowledge of English corporate law with particular focus on Compliance and Regulatory law, Contract law, Employment law and Dispute ResolutionA strong understanding of general AML and KYC concepts and processesWHY Y.CO?Y.CO is a professional, trusted and ethical business and brand, with high doses of positivity, energy and fun.Y.CO is committed to working with greater purpose, lighter footprints and within a stronger community. For Y.CO sustainability is about the future. A future that's bright and a future that's kind. It's about having respect for each other and the planet.Our company values are naturally aligned with the new generation of Clients, crew and professionals engaging with the superyacht industry positioning Y.CO as THE company that can best serve their needs.Working with Y.CO is a boutique and personalized experience for our clients and team alike, we have an unwavering commitment to investing in long term relationships over short term financial gainsY.CO is a privately owned founder led business. No distractions and no conflict of interests to get in the way of quick and bold decision making throughout the business.Opportunity not hierarchy. We have an 'all hands-on deck' approach that comes from the very top to ensure everyone across the business is well supported and their goals are achieved.The best is yet to come; there is long term opportunity for team members to grow with the business with the launch of Y.CO's exciting expansion plans in the US and Pacific.At Y.CO we understand that to thrive, it requires a team spirit of merit, passion, diversity, inclusion, and equity. As an equal opportunities employer, we prioritize accountability and support each other in achieving excellence and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of trust and integrity. We believe that accountability, creativity and energy are the driving forces behind our success. By embracing diverse perspectives and encouraging innovative thinking, we cultivate a culture of problem-solving and forward-thinking. That’s why we select only on the basis of skills and welcome people from every background, religion, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, and sexuality. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected, promoting a workplace where diverse perspectives are celebrated and all individuals have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. At Y.CO, we believe that our differences make us unique and stronger and we are dedicated to building a culture where everyone can succeed.